The Drug Book: From Arsenic to Xanax, 250 Milestones in the History of Drugs

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Author:
Gerald, Michael C
Number of Pages:
528
ISBN-13:
9781402782640
ISBN-10:
1402782640
Binding:
Hardcover
Publication Date:
09/03/2013
Publisher:
Sterling
The Drug Book: From Arsenic to Xanax, 250 Milestones in the History of Drugs - ISBN: 9781402782640
Throughout history, humans everywhere have searched for remedies to heal our bodies and minds. Covering everything from ancient herbs to cutting-edge chemicals, this book in the hugely popular Milestones series looks at 250 of the most important moments in the development of life-altering, life-saving, and sometimes life-endangering pharmaceuticals. Illustrated entries feature ancient drugs like alcohol, opium, and hemlock; the smallpox and the polio vaccines; homeopathic cures; and controversial medical treatments like ether, amphetamines, and Xanax—while shining a light on the scientists, doctors, and companies who brought them to us.